Is marijuana use increasing the burden of mental illness?
- Legalization and normalization of marijuana use may increase risks for psychiatric illness and addiction.
- Long-term marijuana use can negatively impact mental health and cognitive function.
- Public opinion and media trends may downplay the real risks associated with marijuana.
The New York Times and other opinion polls have boldly suggested that the federal government should legalize marijuana use in the country.
There is a strong trend toward euphemizing a substance that has a long-term negative impact on society as a whole. Does that mean that an adult’s susceptibility to psychiatric disease and addiction will increase in the future? Let’s find out.
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Shebna N Osanmoh is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience across the mental health spectrum. Holding a Master’s in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing from Walden University, Shebna provides compassionate, culturally sensitive care for a wide range of mental health conditions, emphasizing holistic and individualized treatment approaches to support patients in their wellness journey.